Proprietary dealflow Firm
Definition
Transaction flow where an investment firm has an opportunity to review a deal before other potential acquirers.
Comments
Proprietary dealflow typically stems from direct outreach to company owners or through longstanding relationships. Investment firms much prefer transaction situations with limited competition to help reduce dead deal costs and increase the likelihood of closing.
Referring Terms
Dead deal cost, Auction processFor profiles of 1,400+ private equity firms, including portfolio and professional info, please consider a free 30-day trial membership.
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